FAQ – Trendy Trades Consignment

Question 1

When is the next sale?

Accepted Answer

Sale dates are announced on our Facebook page. Follow us at facebook.com/trendytradesconsignment to be the first to know when the next sale is scheduled.

Question 2

How often do you hold sales?

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Trendy Trades is a seasonal consignment sale, typically held a couple of times per year. Follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on upcoming sale dates.

Question 3

What are the different sale days?

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Each sale runs over several days. Workers and registered consignors get early access before the public sale opens. The final day is Half-Price Sunday, when most remaining items are sold at half price. Check the Sale Info page for the full schedule breakdown.

Question 4

What are the sale hours?

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Hours vary by sale day. Sale hours are posted on our Facebook page when each sale is announced. Be sure to follow us so you don't miss the details.

Question 5

Is the sale open to the public?

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Yes! The public sale days are open to everyone — no registration required to shop. Just show up during public sale hours and start browsing.

Question 6

What kinds of items will I find?

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You'll find a wide variety of gently used items including children's clothing, toys, games, books, baby gear, strollers, home décor, furniture, seasonal items, women's clothing, shoes, and accessories.

Question 7

What payment methods are accepted?

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We accept cash and credit cards.

Question 8

Can I get in early before the public sale?

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Yes — registered consignors and volunteers get early shopping access before the public sale opens. See the Consignor Info and Registration pages to learn how to participate.

Question 9

What is Half-Price Sunday?

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Half-Price Sunday is the final day of the sale. Items not marked in red are sold at half their tagged price. It's a great opportunity to find even deeper deals — but selection will be more limited than earlier sale days.

Question 10

How does consigning work?

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You tag your items using our tagging guidelines, drop them off at the sale location, and we sell them for you. After the sale, you receive 70% of your total sales. There is a $10 drop-off fee that is deducted from your earnings.

Question 11

How much do I earn as a consignor?

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Consignors earn 70% of their total sales. The remaining 30% goes to Trendy Trades. A $10 drop-off fee is also deducted from your earnings at payout.

Question 12

Is there a fee to consign?

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Yes, there is a $10 drop-off fee per consignor, which is deducted from your earnings after the sale.

Question 13

How do I tag my items?

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Items must be tagged using our specific tagging instructions — white index cards, written in black ink (not red), with your consignor number, item description, size, and price. Full tagging instructions are on the Consignor Info page.

Question 14

Will my items be sold at half price on Sunday?

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By default, items are eligible for Half-Price Sunday. If you do not want an item sold at half price, you must mark your tag clearly in red ink to opt out. See the Consignor Info page for details.

Question 15

What happens to items that don't sell?

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Unsold items must be picked up at the end of the sale during the designated pickup window. Items not retrieved by the deadline may be donated. Pickup details are provided at registration.

Question 16

What items can I consign?

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We accept children's clothing (newborn through size 16), toys, games, books, baby gear, strollers, home décor, small furniture, seasonal items, women's clothing, shoes, and accessories — all in clean, gently used condition.

Question 17

What condition do items need to be in?

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All items must be clean, gently used, and in working condition. Items with stains, tears, missing pieces, or excessive wear will not be accepted. We reserve the right to pull items that do not meet our quality standards.

Question 18

Are there items you won't accept?

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Yes. We do not accept car seats, cribs, drop-side cribs, recalled items, undergarments, soiled or stained items, items with missing parts, VHS tapes, or items that do not meet current safety standards. See the Acceptable Items page for the full list.

Question 19

Can I consign adult men's clothing?

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We primarily focus on children's items and women's clothing. Men's clothing is generally not accepted. Check the Acceptable Items page or follow us on Facebook for any updates to our accepted items list.

Question 20

How do I register to consign?

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Visit our Registration page to learn how to sign up as a consignor. Registration opens before each sale and spots may be limited, so sign up early.

Question 21

Can anyone register to consign?

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Yes — registration is open to anyone who wants to sell their gently used items. You do not need to be a previous consignor to participate.

Question 22

What are the volunteer opportunities?

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Volunteers help set up, work the sale floor, and assist with breakdown. In exchange, volunteers receive early shopping access and can earn up to 75–80% of their sales instead of the standard 70%. See the Registration page for details.

Question 23

Do volunteers get to shop early?

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Yes! Volunteers receive early shopping access before the public sale opens, giving you first pick of the best items.

Question 24

How do I find out about upcoming sales?

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The best way to stay informed is to follow our Facebook page at facebook.com/trendytradesconsignment. We announce sale dates, registration openings, and other updates there first.

Question 25

I have a question that isn't answered here. How do I get in touch?

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The best way to reach us is through our Facebook page. Send us a message or leave a comment and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sale Dates & Timing

Shopping the Sale

Consigning

Accepted Items

Registration & Volunteering

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